 | The large market town of Burnley is situated in east Lancashire, in the North West of England.
Burnley developed as an industrial town in the Nineteenth Century when its economy was based around the textile manufacturing, coal mining and engineering industries.
Although most of the cotton mills have closed, the remaining mills are a reminder of the town's industrial history. Along with Preston, Blackburn and Blackpool, Burnley is one of the major shopping spots in Lancashire.
The town's established market opens its stalls six days a week, while the Charter Walk shopping centre offers a wide range of high street shops.
Towneley Hall is a large country house within Towneley Park, on the outskirts of Burnley. The name Towneley originates from the important Catholic family and Towneley Hall was home to the family for over 500 years.
Today the hall is a museum which houses a variety of displays of local and natural history, textiles, decorative arts, Egyptology and regional furniture.
The art gallery is also a well worth visit. The Turf Moor football stadium, Queen Street Mill and the Weaver's Triangle are nearby attractions. Pendle Hill has spectacular views over the Lancashire countryside from its summit, which is 557 metres above sea level. |
